President Trump, in his Fiscal Year 2026 Budget request, has called for the elimination of the National Endowment for the Arts. The NEA is essential to our livelihoods and our democracy. Without it, communities across the country, both rural and urban, will lack access to arts participation. The AFM - American Federation of Musicians continues to support increased funding for the NEA to at least $1 per capita in the United States (fb)

Many entertainment workers know that their tax bills increased after losing the ability to deduct common work expenses, like transportation to an audition, a talent agent and manager, or equipment such as instruments, and wardrobe, following the passage of the 2017 tax reform bill. It is important that we let Congress and the public know what entertainment workers are experiencing and why we must pass the Performing Artist Tax Parity Act (PATPA). Sharing your story of how your taxes have been impacted helps us advance PATPA this year. For more information about the PATPA campaign visit: www.taxfairness4entertainmentworkers.org (fb)